Distractions Value
Technique . Training notesHow much emphasis does your training put on distractions? In a real fight, a street fight, there are no rules, no honor code, there are only winners and losers. To often Teachers and Students alike forget the Unseen Value of Distraction Training in Martial Arts Sparring. While martial arts training typically emphasizes technique, strength, and
Sosai
HistorySosai (総裁) is a Japanese term that translates to “president” or “director-general.” The Japanese word Sosai (総裁, “Sōsai”) is a Japanese term that has two meanings, translating to “president” or “director-general.” : In the context of Kyokushin Karate, Sosai refers to the founder and head of the organization, Masutatsu Oyama (大山倍達). Masutatsu Oyama (1923-1994) was
Intermittent Fasting: A Guide for Martial Artists
Diet . FitnessIntermittent fasting (IF) has become increasingly popular as a flexible and effective eating pattern to promote weight loss, improved health, and increased mental focus. For martial artists who are constantly striving to optimize their performance and overall well-being, intermittent fasting may offer unique advantages. In the last article we explored the various intermittent fasting schedules.
Intermittent Fasting Schedules
Diet . Fitness . Training noteswe are starting with a pure definition of the topic. If you are considering incorporating intermittent fasting into your lifestyle or training regiment
Meditation Point #139
A Zen Thinga powerful reminder of the importance of being open to self-realization and the world around us.
The Good Enough Generation
Articles of Interest . Competition . State of Mind . Training notesThat’s good enough. This statement leaves me speechless. Always has always will. so then… “Good enough” is the ideology representing the mental embodiment of a person who could physically obtain perfection, but, under the circumstances, does not. Therefore, he is good enough.“It might not be the best, but it’s good enough.” This person displays a
Pirate Planks
Fitness . Fun StuffAhoy, matey! Have ye ever heard of planks? Nay, not the wooden planks that make up me ship, but the exercise that’ll make yer core as strong as steel! Let me tell ye all about it. Planks be a bodyweight exercise that targets the core muscles, including the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, obliques, and erector
Will the MA help defend me in real-life situations?
Ask Sensei . QuestionsWill martial arts training help me defend myself in real-life situations? Martial arts training can certainly provide a foundation of skills and techniques that can be useful in real-life self-defense situations. However, it is important to note that self-defense is not just about physical techniques. Situational awareness, de-escalation techniques, and decision-making skills are also crucial
The Element of Surprise
Articles of Interest . Awareness . History . ReligionPerhaps this isn’t the best title given the perception most will have when they begin to read this article. What gives us the element of surprise? Since we are Martial Artists we should not be in the shadows lying in wait for our adversaries. We are men and women of honor. However being men and
Traditional vs McDojo Review
Ask Sensei . Questions . ReviewsThere are two extremes types of schools in the Martial Arts, Traditional and McDojos. It is important to understand the difference when you are looking for a place to learn the Martial Arts. Think Mr. Miyagi versus Cora Kai for a frame of reference. In this article we present an unbiased view of these two
